Complaints about the Dietetic Program

Complaints about the DPD should be made directly to the DPD Director, Ms. Youens. If the situation is not resolved, the student can then contact the School Director, Dr. Amy Weimer. All complaints will be documented and handled in a professional manner. As a last resort after all other options with the program and institution have been exhausted, students may consult with the staff at ACEND regarding complaints about the program. ACEND® has established a process for reviewing complaints against accredited programs in order to fulfill its public responsibility for assuring the quality and integrity of the educational programs that it accredits. Any individual, for example, student, faculty, dietetics practitioner and/or member of the public may submit a complaint against any accredited program to ACEND®. However, the ACEND® board does not intervene on behalf of individuals or act as a court of appeal for individuals in matters of admissions, appointment, promotion or dismissal of faculty or students. It acts only upon a signed allegation that the program may not be in compliance with the Accreditation Standards or policies. The complainant must sign the complaint. Anonymous complaints are not considered. If still not satisfied students may consult with the Dean of the College of Applied Arts. Additionally, the Dean of students Office provides Ombuds Services to address student concerns. For more information, the Texas State Procedures for Students Seeking Resolution or Reporting University Related Complaints is found here. The Dean of Students also makes referrals to other campus departments or offices when necessary. Students are advised to review policies in the University Student Handbook before proceeding to the Dean of Students.